Excel for What-If Analysis, Scenario Planning, and Solver

Making sound business decisions requires evaluating multiple scenarios, balancing constraints, and forecasting outcomes accurately. This text-based course introduces key quantitative analysis and scenario planning features in Excel, equipping you to solve real-world operational problems. You will start by building a strong understanding of fundamental terminology and analytical concepts before working with interactive spreadsheet tools. What you will learn: • Understand foundational principles of data analysis, sensitivity modeling, and scenario planning • Master Goal Seek to determine the exact inputs needed to reach key business targets • Create dynamic scenario models with Scenario Manager to compare best-case, base-case, and worst-case results • Apply the Solver add-in to tackle complex business optimization problems with constraints • Utilize Data Analysis toolpak capabilities for descriptive statistics and trend evaluation • Apply modern dynamic array formulas to build scalable decision-making spreadsheets. The content begins with basic terminology and spreadsheet logic before moving into structured scenarios, optimization add-ins, and data analysis techniques. This course is ideal for beginners, managers, and aspiring data analysts who want to enhance their business decision skills, with no prior modeling experience needed. Begin reading today to turn raw data into strategic business insights.